No one injured in fire at Franklin residence
A fire broke out at 5:15 p.m. in the basement of a residence at 312 Sixth St. in Franklin on Wednesday. The Franklin Fire Department…
2024
Pet of the Day 06/27/24
Meet Annie Meet the beautiful Annie! Annie is a high energy, 4 year old australian shepherd who is looking for an experienced adopter. Annie would…
Brookville police issue scam warning
Brookville police have warned the public about a scam where individuals impersonate law enforcement officers using spoofing applications to mimic local police department phone numbers…
Gems Donation Station closing
Gems Donation Station, the second-hand store located at 534 Allegheny Blvd. just outside of Franklin, is in its last week of sales before it closes…
More detail provided on Vonada’s salary
The Cranberry Area School District announced a 3.5% raise for Superintendent Bill Vonada, bringing his annual salary to $144,015. This raise was part of the…
Taste of Talent opening night postponed
The opening night of Franklin’s annual Taste of Talent competition was postponed due to severe weather, and is now rescheduled for July 3 at 7…
‘The Music Man’ starts today in Titusville
The Titusville Summer Theater will present “The Music Man today through Sunday at Titusville High School’s Colestock Auditorium. Kevin Vinson and Shandi Fakhoury, playing Harold…
Shrimp cakes with honey lemon aioli
Move over crab; shrimp cakes are crisp and tasty! Seafood is a healthy addition to any diet. Seafood, whether it’s fish, mollusks or crustaceans,…
Recent Deaths 06/27/24
Martha Jane Myers, 90, of Oil City, passed away Tuesday, June 25. Joanne M. Meagher, 85, of Oil City, passed away on Tuesday, June 25,…
Pet of the Day 06/26/24
Meet Delores Many cats at Clarion P.A.W.S. were rescued from the Godot Sanctuary in May of 2018. Delores was one of those cats. She is…
Franklin School Board OKs salary hikes, other personnel matters
At Monday’s Franklin School Board meeting, various personnel and employment matters were addressed, including salary increases of 2.5% for several district employees and $1,000 contributions…
Meeting planned for OC Library front steps project
Two local artists will host a public meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Oil City Library community room for those interested in helping to…
Japanese Beetles in the Home Garden
Japanese beetles are not picky about the flowers and leaves they attack. They have favorites like roses and grapes, but many problems begin when the…
Grove board approves final budget with no tax hike
The Valley Grove School Board unanimously approved the 2024-25 budget, maintaining the millage rate at 12.8437 and keeping taxes steady. The $16.93 million budget marks…
Tionesta Market Village to hold movie night Saturday
The Tionesta Market Village will hold its first movie night of the summer at dusk Saturday. “FernGully: The Last Rain Forest” will be shown. Stephanie…
CATA announces changes to Venango fare structure
The Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) has announced updates to the fixed route bus fare and bus pass structure in Venango County, effective Monday. Key…
CATA will now provide services in Clarion County
The Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is now the shared ride transportation provider for Clarion County. Starting Monday, CATA will manage paratransit services, including shared…
Six Clarion County students graduate from Reach Cyber
Six graduates from Clarion County are members of the Reach Cyber Charter School Class of 2024. The grads are Ayden Adams of New Bethlehem, Raelyn…
Grilled Carne Asada Tacos
Hispanic cuisine is among the most beloved across the globe. Whether you trace your ancestry to Mexico or Spain or have no familial connection to…
Recent Deaths 06/26/24
Ronald Gary Willison, 83, of New Bethlehem (St. Charles), passed away Monday evening, June 24, 2024. George E. Shaffer, 85, of Fisher, passed away Saturday,…
Pet of the Day 06/25/24
Meet Kibbe This handsome boy is approximately 3 years old, and looking to find a new best friend! He came to us when his owner…
Franklin man faces charges for police chase, drug possession
Eric Lawson, 33, from Franklin, was arraigned on charges related to a police chase and subsequent drug possession. On June 18, Franklin police arrested Lawson,…
PSP unveils informational card for people with autism
The Pennsylvania State Police are distributing a free informational card designed to assist individuals with autism in their interactions with law enforcement. This card, which…
CASA sponsors Two Mile Community Day
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Venango County hosted a “Community Day” for the first time Monday at Two Mile Run County Park. The event…
Church camp scheduled for July
The Peniel Holiness Camp Meeting in Conneautville will run from July 18 to July 28, starting with a concert by The Belles of Harmony Trio….
CL School Road to close for pipe replacement
PennDOT maintenance crews will replace a cross pipe and close a portion of CL School Road (Route 2015) just south of Henderson in Clarion County…
South Side neighborhood group holds kids pool party
The South Side Neighborhood Association held its annual community kids pool blast party Sunday at the Hasson Heights swimming pool in Oil City. About 400…
Foxburg gallery to present ‘Mothers & Daughters’ exhibit
The Red Brick Gallery in Foxburg is showcasing an exhibit titled “Mothers & Daughters: One Family. Four Generations of Women. 100 Years of Art” from…
New Bethlehem man dies in Monroe Township crash
A crash in Monroe Township on Saturday morning resulted in the death of Norman T. Mitchell, 32, of New Bethlehem, and serious injuries to his…
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Tropical tasting dessert an entertaining hit! What could make a long day sitting by the pool or an afternoon at the beach even better?…
Recent Deaths 06/25/24
Paul David O’Neil “Big Otis”, 68, of Shippenville, died on June 21, 2024. Ronald Kurt Kinzler, age 54, of Tionesta, formerly of Warrendale, passed away…
Recent Deaths 06/24/24
Lois Ann Carr, 66, of Franklin, passed away on the morning of Saturday, June 22, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of…
Franklin announces 4th of July Festivities
Franklin’s Liberty Fest, the city’s annual celebration of America’s birthday, returns this Wednesday and runs through July 4, concluding with the “Thunder Over Franklin” fireworks…
Pet of the Day 06/24/24
Meet Zander Zander and his two housemates came to us after their owner passed away, and now he is ready to find his new forever…
Cheesy Chicken Tortellini Bake
Dive into dairy with this cheesy dinner creation. There’s no denying the appeal of dairy in home cooking. Dairy helps make foods silky, creamy…
Pet of the Day 06/22/24
Meet Bandit Bandit is an 8 year old mini schnauzer. He weighs 31 pounds. Bandit has never lived with anyone but his mom. He lived…
Nells Crafts to move out of mall
After 28 years at the Cranberry Mall, Nell’s Crafts is relocating to 7263 Route 322 in Cranberry due to declining foot traffic and the mall’s…
Lane closures set for Brookville I-80 bridge project
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Bridging Pennsylvania Developers I have announced lane closures for the I-80 North Fork Bridges project in Jefferson County. The…
Creamy Rice With Roasted Shrimp and Tomatoes
Quick and filling meal served up in a snap After the lazy days of summer, fall often arrives with packed schedules and everyone getting…
Recent Deaths 06/22/24
Thelma “Muggs” Carter, 84, of New Port Richey, FL, formerly of Oil City, passed away April 14, 2024. Dorothy Belle (Shaw) Heckathorn, 96, a resident…
Woman accused of ethnic intimidation for threatening man
A Franklin woman, Emily Vanzandt, 43, faces charges including ethnic intimidation for refusing to leave a man’s property and threatening him with a racial slur….
Pet of the Day 06/21/24
Meet Jude Jude is the trickster cat of the group. He loves to play with every toy in the cage. It doesn’t matter what it…
Beating the heat at pools
Residents have been seeking relief from the heat wave, with temperatures in the 90s, by visiting local swimming pools in Franklin and Oil City. On…
Crusty Mac and Cheese
Cheese is the focus of this classic comfort dish. Much like bacon, cheese makes many meals more flavorful. When cheese is the centerpiece of…
Recent Deaths 06/21/24
Leonard Parl “Bub” Smith, known to many as “Pappy,” passed away on June 19, 2024. He was 84 years old. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Annual Two Mile Jeep Run set to roll in July
The Ten Miles 4 Two Mile Jeep Run, an annual benefit for Two Mile Run County Park, will return for its fourth year on July…
Sugarcreek police warn of scam involving rental car searches
Sugarcreek police have alerted residents about a new scam involving fraudulent rental car websites. Scammers are creating fake internet links with 1-800 and 1-888 numbers,…
Pet of the Day 06/20/24
Meet Lottie Lovely Lottie came to us as a stray, so we don’t know anything about her life before the shelter. Our vet aged her…
Police release details of fatal crash in Cranberry
Franklin state police reported a fatal crash involving Wayne A. O’Hara, 81, from Cranberry Township, at the intersection of Route 322 and Van Road. On…
1949 Oil City grads meet for lunch
Three friends from the Oil City High School Class of 1949, who graduated 75 years ago, met for lunch last weekend at the Log Cabin…